Question-Everyone says get a larger (+1) skimmer for your system. Is that based on your DT (what is actually the source of the waste) or based on the total volume of the entire system? I am planning a 150 gallon DT but will have about a total system of 500 gallons with a large sump and an extra storage container for extra volume for stability.
Also, everyone says the more water turnover the better for SPS corals and most achieve this with large amounts of turnover through the sump and in-tank power heads. If your sump consists of a skimmer compartment and fuge compartment (which is better with slower flow) and your said skimmer only processes at 700 gph, why would you push so much water through your sump? Could you just run just above the skimmer load and increase your DT rate with larger / more power heads?
Thanks for your input.
Also, everyone says the more water turnover the better for SPS corals and most achieve this with large amounts of turnover through the sump and in-tank power heads. If your sump consists of a skimmer compartment and fuge compartment (which is better with slower flow) and your said skimmer only processes at 700 gph, why would you push so much water through your sump? Could you just run just above the skimmer load and increase your DT rate with larger / more power heads?
Thanks for your input.